Reviews

"The titles reviewed each focus on one aspect of physical science using bright, colorful full page photographs to explain basic information to a younger audience. The “real life” application of science helps to explain concepts that are sometimes difficult for young children to understand. The simple text is printed in various colors, making the pages even more attractive. Both books include simple glossaries, indices, websites and a list of books for those students and teachers needing further information. Recommended." - Library Media Connection

Mark Weakland wears many hats. As an author, he's written books for teachers, including Super Core!: Turbocharging Your Basal Reading Program with More Reading, Writing, and Word Work, published by the International Reading Association. His book topics for children include sports, bacteria, comets, and poetry. Mark's also a reading specialist. He teaches kindergarten children, third graders, parents, and teachers. As a musician and songwriter, Mark sings, plays percussion, and strums the guitar. Many of his songs, including "I Sure Love Pancakes" and "The Dooflicky Machine," have won national awards and contests. Mark lives in Western Pennsylvania.